*giggles* ... dear, just so you know - "touché" is not the french equivalent for touchy or whatever you thought it was. it's an expression that means "good point". i think it's origins have something to do with fencing. but yes. i couldn't keep my mouth shut about that. besides for that, & some weird tense things, nice chapter. keep writing this (which i know you'll do, unless you want me to get over there to kick you). this kind of plot is always interesting to read. & just to let you know, i hate the intro/summary thing. chapt one. *grins* ... it tells too much. tcha. besides for that, heart it. heh. catch you laater!